BLACK HISTORY MONTH FEATURE

What to know about why Black History Month was created
Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976, when President Gerald Ford designated the month as a time for the public to honor the contributions of Black Americans, according to the museum. The month has since inspired other groups and an appreciation of multicultural backgrounds.
February is Black History Month. Here's the history behind the celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
February is Black History Month: How you can celebrate with music, storytelling in Norwich
Black History Month events in Norwich include music and storytelling at the Norwich Arts Center, a food festival, and an event at Kelly Middle School.
Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Schools, museums and communities across the nation are marking Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education.
How Carter G. Woodson Fueled the Creation of Black History Month
The historian promoted Negro History Week as part of efforts to embed Black studies into the American education system.
10 events in Southern California celebrating Black History Month
Southern California is home to a wide variety of events that celebrate this important month, from creative workshops and live performances to exhibitions and community gatherings.
Join YMI Cultural Center in celebrating Black History Month and a landmark grand re-opening
This February, the YMI Cultural Center warmly invites you to celebrate Black History Month and participate in the grand reopening of our newly renovated historic center. Under the new leadership of our executive director,
37 Ways to Intentionally Celebrate Black History Month This Year
Black History Month is an annual celebration in the United States that recognizes the history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans every February. The awareness holiday has been targeted in recent rollbacks of Diversity,
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FEATURE: Gates Bar-B-Q
In honor of Black History Month, each week we're profiling the cultural impact Black history has had in Kansas City. This Week, the legacy that's Gates Bar-B-Q. Visit GatesBBQ.com for more. Our Black History Month Features are sponsored by Samuel U.
Where to experience Black History Month in Michigan: museums, art, music
What is Black History Month? Black History Month grew out of an effort to honor the most important people in the history of Black emancipation in the United States, according to t
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Ramsey County Embraces Black History Month with Focus on African American Labor Movement, Sets New Solidarity in Career and Health Initiatives
Ramsey County celebrates Black History Month with labor movement events and a job fair, amidst canceled House election and ...
CFPB Takes Down Black History Month Posters After Trump Takeover
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has removed Black History Month signs and taken other steps to conform with ...
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Black History Month begins today. Here's what to know about its origins and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the ...
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The Collective salutes Buffalo Soldiers, others
February is Black History Month. To mark the occasion, The Collective, a 55+ Active Community in Manteca, held the African ...